4WD Low Range
Partial Off
This is the normal operating mode for ESC in 4WD LOW range. Whenever the vehicle is started in 4WD LOW range, or the transfer case (if equipped) is shifted from 4WD HIGH range or NEUTRAL to 4WD LOW range, the ESC system will be in the “Partial Off” mode.
See also:
Compass Variance
Compass Variance is the difference between Magnetic North and Geographic North.
To compensate for the differences, the variance should be set for the zone where
the vehicle is driven, per the zone ...
Rear Center Lap/Shoulder Belt Retractor Lockout — Four-Door Models Only
This feature is designed to lock the retractor whenever the 60% rear seatback
is not fully latched. This prevents someone from wearing the rear center lap/shoulder
belt when the rear seatback is n ...
Ride & Handling
Compact crossovers may be car-based, but they don't ride like cars. With this
in mind, the Patriot's ride quality is decent — better than the firm-riding
Honda CR-V, but not close to the Ford Es ...


